Author: Marie Jones

As the year nears its end, rockbird media’s Retail & E-Commerce Summit Asia prepares to drop the curtain of its 2024 Southeast Asia run with a crescendo in Indonesia. Set to electrify the country’s bustling capital on November 21 at the prestigious Le Meridien Jakarta, this summit is the final act in the series, with the theme “Retail Revolution: The Experiential Shopping” promising to be a catalyst for innovation in one of the region’s most vibrant digital marketplace. RESA 2024 is meticulously crafted for the vanguards of retail – C-suite executives and directors who are shaping the future of commerce.…

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EDUtech Asia 2024, will be back for its 9th edition from 6 to 7 November. Organised by Terrapinn, EDUtech Asia 2024 will offer a distinguished lineup of education leaders, decision-makers, policy makers, educators, innovators and disruptors to collaborate and reimagine the future of education with the power of tech. EDUtech Asia will have the honour of having Madam Halimah Yacob, Chancellor of the Singapore University of Social Sciences and former President of Singapore, gracing the conference as our Guest of Honour. On 6 November, Madam Halimah will deliver the welcome address, marking the official opening of the event. Headlining the…

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Leoch International Technology Limited (Leoch International or the Company, Stock Code: 842.HK) pleased to announce that the 2024 CBI Global Battery Innovation Summit (CBI Innovation Summit), co-organized by Consortium for Battery Innovation (CBI) and Leoch International and hosted by Zhaoqing Leoch Battery Company, had its grand opening and was successfully held from 23rd to 25th October in Zhaoqing City, Guangdong Province, China. The CBI Innovation Summit is the only annual international conference organized by CBI in Zhaoqing City, China, and it is also an essential technical conference for the lead battery industry in the world. More than 1,500 elite representatives…

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Unmatched performance and feature set meets toughness and reliability in extreme conditions Sonim Technologies (NASDAQ: SONM) introduces the Sonim H700, the world’s first rugged 5G and Wi-Fi 7 mobile hotspot, available to Australians through Telstra. Featuring the Snapdragon® X75 Modem-RF system, the Sonim H700 offers advanced and reliable connectivity, ideal for professionals, first responders, and consumers needing high-speed internet in demanding conditions. “We’re thrilled to join forces with Telstra to introduce the Sonim H700 5G Mobile Hotspot, the industry’s first ultra-rugged device featuring both 5G and Wi-Fi 7 technologies, and other features not found on competing devices in its class,”…

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Highlighting Hong Kong’s vibrant film industry The Hong Kong Film Development Council, Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency and Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) are jointly organising Hong Kong Films @ Tokyo 2024 at TIFFCOM on 30 October to 1 November during the Tokyo International Film Festival (TIFF). The debut Hong Kong Pavilion aims to showcase the dynamism of Hong Kong film industry, while a series of events, including seminars, a master class and the Hong Kong Night, will enable industry professionals to connect, exchange ideas and forge partnerships with international filmmakers. Sponsored by the Hong Kong Film Development…

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Atlas Lithium Corporation (NASDAQ: ATLX) (“Atlas Lithium” or “Company”), a leading lithium exploration and development company, is pleased to announce that it received the operational permit for its Neves Project from the government of the state of Minas Gerais in Brazil. With this positive decision, Atlas Lithium has all the needed authorizations to assemble and run its processing plant and develop open-pit mining operations at one of its lithium deposits. This marks a crucial milestone in the Company’s goal of becoming a lithium producer. On October 25, 2024, a voting board comprised of twelve representatives from the local civil society and…

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Highlights: Three (3) drill holes with strong analytical results from the summer drill campaign are reported herein and highlights include: CS-24-021: Widest interval at 347.1 metres (“m”) at 1.35% Li 2 O, including seven (7) higher-grade sub-intervals, including 30 m at 1.76% Li 2 O. CS-24-017: Widest interval at 71.8 m at 1.01% Li 2 O, including 13.3 m at 1.77% Li 2 O. CS-24-019: Widest interval at 56.8 m at 1.06% Li 2 O, including 9.1 m at 1.80% Li 2 O. Core assay results for three (3) drill holes remain to be reported. Q2 Metals Corp. (TSX.V:QTWO)(OTCQB:QUEXF)(FSE:458) (Q2  or the Company ) is pleased to report the core assay results on…

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BlackBerry Limited today announced that its Cybersecurity division has established its regional headquarters for the Asia Pacific region in Malaysia. Already fully operational, the office is based in the Cyberjaya area of Kuala Lumpur, taking advantage of the proximity to key emerging technology hubs and government infrastructure. In another milestone for the company, the new headquarters and regional expansion in APAC signals BlackBerry’s ongoing commitment to the Government of Malaysia, following a landmark cybersecurity deal it announced in November 2023. BlackBerry worked with the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) to establish the Cybersecurity Center of Excellence, a world-class training facility to…

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Hall of Connected Lighting to showcase new lighting trends – The 26th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) opened today and will run for four days, and the 9th Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo will open on Tuesday. The twin lighting fairs bring together some 3,000 exhibitors from 22 countries and regions. – The inaugural Innovative Lighting Design Forum held today features case studies and market insights. Tomorrow’s Connected Lighting Forum will explore connected and smart lighting solutions. – The twin lighting fairs reveal industry trends such as sustainable development, healthy living and innovative design. The 26th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition), organised by the Hong…

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Revamped ShareInvestor.com platform follows the Group’s recent rebranding, reflects its evolution since its founding in 1999 and coincides with its 25th anniversary AlphaInvest Holdings, a leading regional financial media technology provider, today announced the launch of its redesigned market data platform, ShareInvestor.com, to deliver a more intuitive, interactive and insightful user experience for investors. The new ShareInvestor.com delivers an enhanced look and feel for seamless navigation The new ShareInvestor.com represents a leap forward for the Group’s market data business amidst evolving user trends, its key features include: Enhanced look and feel for seamless navigation Improved watchlist functionality for easy tracking Comprehensive portfolio feature with…

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EXPERTS AND CONSUMERS RECOGNISE EXCELLENCE IN DEVELOPMENT, DESIGN, AND ESG ACROSS 58 CATEGORIES The highest achievements of the real estate industry were celebrated today at the 11th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty, held at The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur. The 11th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty, held on October 25 at The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur, celebrated the highest achievements in the real estate industry. This year, awards were given across 58 categories, highlighting excellence in development, design, and ESG. Supported by leading property portals PropertyGuru.com.my and iProperty.com.my, the event brought together experts and…

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Key Highlights: Overall hiring activity in Singapore shows 7% month-on-month increase despite 5% annual dip Education sector leads industry growth with 4% month-on-month increase in September ’24 Marketing & Communications roles witness highest demand with 44% annual growth and 30% month-on-month increase Purchase/Logistics/Supply Chain roles experience 29% month-on-month increase BFSI sector faces challenges with 2% month-on-month decrease in hiring activity foundit (formerly Monster APAC & ME), one of Asia’s leading jobs and talent platforms, today published the foundit Insights Tracker (fit) Singapore for September 2024. The Singapore fit report highlights growth in the Education sector and a surge in demand for…

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Wintermar Offshore Marine (WINS:JK) has announced results for 9M2024. Wintermar’s 9M2024 Net operating profit doubled to US$11.8million (+127.1% YOY) from US$5.2 million in 9M2023, contributed by higher charter rates in DP vessels and additional vessels commencing operations, while Net Attributable Profit which includes gains from vessel sales jumped to US$19.7million for 9M2024 compared to US$2.8million in 9M2023. Owned Vessel Division In the Owned Vessel segment, Revenues jumped by 36.7% YOY to US$45.0 million for 9M2024, up from US$33.0 million in 9M2023. This growth was fueled by the continued rise in OSV charter rates particularly in the higher tier segment. Gross…

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Verofax, a leading provider of cutting-edge customer service solutions, today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Jawraa, a renowned telecom and digital services company in Saudi Arabia. This strategic partnership aims to elevate customer experiences by introducing Verofax’s advanced Holobox AI agent and in-app AI agent solutions, tailored to meet the needs of government institutions and large enterprises. The collaboration between Verofax and Jawraa is set to redefine customer service in the digital era by enabling seamless, AI-powered interactions that bridge the gap between physical and virtual engagement. The Holobox AI agent provides immersive, holographic support for in-person interactions,…

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– Octopus Distribution Networks is one of the leading integrated beverage solutions group in Singapore, providing brand management, import, export, distribution, logistics and warehousing of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and liquor in Singapore – Accretive acquisition that is synergistic to the Group’s business model and expected to yield significant opportunities and additional financial benefits – Bringing a wealth of expertise and talent that enhances the Group’s leadership and experience in the F&B industry – The Group recently completed a rights issue that was oversubscribed with net proceeds of S$8.4 million raised for future expansion and working capital GS Holdings Limited…

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A machine learning algorithm can use X-ray diffraction data from polymers to predict the behaviour of new materials. Polymers such as polypropylene are fundamental materials in the modern world, found in everything from computers to cars. Because of their ubiquity, it’s vital that materials scientists know exactly how each newly developed polymer will perform under different preparation conditions. Thanks to a new study, which was published in Science and Technology of Advanced Materials, scientists can now use machine learning to determine what to expect from a new polymer. Machine learning predicts the material properties of new polymers with high accuracy,…

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– Offering a New Option for Moderately to Severely Active Ulcerative Colitis Patients  Everest Medicines (HKG: 1952, Everest, or the Company), a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, clinical development, manufacturing and commercialization of innovative therapeutics, today announced that, through the “Hong Kong and Macau Medicine and Equipment Connect” policy, VELSIPITY(R) has officially been approved for patients with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis (UC) by the Guangdong Provincial Medical Products Administration and can first be used in the Foshan Fosun Chancheng Hospital and the First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, two of the medical institutions designated by the…

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Vyasa Yoga SG, Singapore’s leading yoga institute, proudly celebrated its Silver Jubilee this month, marking 25 years of transforming lives through yoga and holistic health practices. Founded with S-VYASA, Vyasa Yoga SG has empowered thousands through its scientific, research-based yoga training and therapy programs, building a community of 3,000 certified yoga instructors and 500 yogi health therapists. The Silver Jubilee celebrations were inaugurated by esteemed guests, including Deputy High Commissioner of India Pooja Tillu, Neil Parekh, Chairman of Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI), Dr. H R Nagendra Guruji, Padma Shri awardee and renowned yoga guru, and Dr.…

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The 17th “C.C. Tan Life Science Award” ceremony was held at Shenyang Pharmaceutical University on October 9th. Dr. Chen Li, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Hua Medicine, was awarded the “C.C. Tan Life Science Industrialization Award”. C.C. Tan Life Science Award has the highest honor as “the Chinese Nobel” in life science. In the context of the comprehensive construction of Chinese-style modernization and the development of new productivity, this award is a high recognition of Dr. Chen Li’s outstanding contributions to the industrialization of life science achievements, and a full affirmation of his decades-long efforts to promote conceptual, technological…

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– Demonstrating Benefits of Berberine Ursodeoxycholate (HTD1801) HighTide Therapeutics, Inc. (HKG: 2511), a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of multifunctional multi-targeted therapies for chronic liver and metabolic diseases, will present at the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases’ (AASLD) The Liver Meeting®, taking place from November 15-19, 2024 in San Diego, California. The presentations include post-hoc analyses of the Phase 2a clinical study of berberine ursodeoxycholate (HTD1801), a gut-liver anti-inflammatory metabolic modulator, in patients with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) and comorbid type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) (NCT03656744). “These data provide additional characterization of the efficacy…

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